Goat Cliff Road Race
About this race
The Goat Cliff Road Race is a thrilling one-mile challenge on a paved road that begins on Acorn Creek Road, nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Burton in Clayton, Georgia. This race features a challenging 500-foot climb in elevation up the famous Sonya Road, making it perfect for runners seeking both a physical and visual treat. Participants will be rewarded with breathtaking views of Lake Burton, renowned for its serene beauty, million dollar homes and crystal-clear waters. Not to mention the stunning North Georgia Mountains views.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a nature enthusiast, the Goat Cliff Road Race promises an unforgettable experience amid the splendor of the mountains.
ALL PROCEEDS ARE DONATED TO THE LOCAL VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT!! THANK YOU FOR ANY SIGNUPS AND DONATIONS!
Finisher T-Shirt included
Medals will be awarded to the top finishers in SIX divisions:
*Men’s Division
*Women’s Division
*Kid’s Division UPDATE
Happy to announce that due to the high number of youth registrations, we’re thrilled to announce three separate Kid’s Divisions, each with its own medal opportunities:
•Little Kids – 8 & under (The Little Goats)
•Growing Kids – Ages 9 & 10 (The Young Billies)
•Big Kids – Ages 11–13 (The Mountain Goats)
Note: Goat Cliff is a private road and community normally not open to the public. Join us for this exclusive event as the gates open for this epic challenge
Sign up today as space is limited because parking is limited. You will be provided with parking instructions closer to race day.
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Running
Goat Cliff Road Race 2027
Typical race-day weather
Based on 3 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Clayton, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:08 AM and sets at 7:56 PM local time (EDT) in Clayton on September 4, 2027 — 12h 48m of daylight.
Course
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Clayton
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Clayton Running Calendar 2026 2 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 2 Clayton events
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